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Art drifts through water and space for Jeju Biennale's fourth edition

The fourth edition of the Jeju Biennale emphasizes the key concept “drift.” According to the executive director Lee Jong-hoo, drifting has always been deeply rooted in the island’s history and culture.

2024-12-05

Busan, Gwangju Biennales leave visitors in the dark with pirates, monks, pansori

Korea's art world has been in a frenzy this year as two of Korea’s largest art biennales in Busan and Gwangju have returned. Both aspire to match the prestigious Venice Biennale, but whether they can actually achieve that remains another question.

2024-09-18

Culture Minister Yu In-chon gears up for Korea Art Festival

Culture Minister Yu In-chon visited the Asian Students and Young Artists Art Festival, or Asyaaf, in preparation for the upcoming Korea Art Festival the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is hosting this fall.

2024-08-14

Art, movies, games and more: Busan's cultural calendar bursts with events

Busan plays host to the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), G-Star, the Busan Biennale and many other cultural events.

2024-05-29

Experience art in Busan all year long at these fairs and exhibits

The Korea JoongAng Daily curated a list of major art events, both ongoing and upcoming, for whenever life takes you there next.

2024-04-03

Daljip-burning for first full moon a work of art by Lee Bae

The artist turned the tradition into an exhibition in his hometown of Cheongdo to announce his participation at the Venice Biennale.

2024-02-29

Scents of Korea to draw visitors to country's pavilion at Venice Biennale

Artist Koo Jeong A will install a scent-based experience that convey olfactory memories of the country.

2024-02-22

[AS A MATTER OF CRAFT] No horsing around: Craftsperson shows horsehair weaving is no joke

Craftsperson Jeong Da-hye is reviving the art of horsehair weaving, creating intricately delicate yet robust baskets. This traditional Korean craft is experiencing a renaissance in the 21st century.

2023-11-30

Chuseok activities to fill the holidays, from art to culture and film

Korea welcomes the beginning of its longest public holiday in six years this week, and the opportunity has opened up for people to catch up on all the exhibitions and cultural events they haven't been able to get to.

2023-09-28

Gwangju Design Biennale highlights industry importance through corporate products

The Gwangju Design Biennale focuses on showcasing corporate products, emphasizing the importance of design in various industries and technological developments.

2023-09-13